Overall score
Awaba
25.1/100
Rathmines
45.7/100
Awaba vs Rathmines, NSW suburb comparison
Rathmines for families and investment.
See which suburb leads on livability, safety, schools, and lifestyle.
Head to head
Visual comparison
AwabaRathmines
Crime rate
Awaba
80.2 / 1k
Rathmines
80.9 / 1k
Nearby amenities
Awaba
21
Rathmines
34
Population
Awaba
430
Rathmines
2,076
Metric leadAwaba 2Rathmines 81 tiedacross 11 compared metrics
Livability profile
Desirability pillars scored 0–100 vs comparable suburbs
Quick verdicts
Clearer edge on lifestyle fit (score gap ≥ 3)
Audience fit
Who each suburb suits — composite scores out of 100
All metrics
Side-by-side scores for every compared metric.
Full comparison table
Exact figures for every metric — winner highlighted in bold.
Comparison summary
Put side by side, Awaba is a settled metro smaller community that keeps everyday living grounded and accessible, and Rathmines is a settled metro smaller community that balances access with everyday calm.
Awaba pulls ahead on a calmer planning outlook, whereas Rathmines is the better pick for housing affordability and a quieter safety profile. Awaba generally means more approachable housing costs, while Rathmines leans toward more sought-after housing.
On balance, families and investors are more likely to prefer Rathmines, while Awaba remains a solid alternative depending on what matters most day to day.